Every day Sportsmail takes a look at several European papers to see what are the biggest sports stories creating talking points on the continent.

In Spain, Marca look forward to 'four hours in suspense' as the three contenders for the La Liga title prepare for action on Wednesday night in what will be a pivotal evening of results.

The front page sees quotes from Diego Simeone as the Atletico Madrid coach claims he 'laughed' when he read the post El Clasico comments of Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Ramos, who claimed decision made during Real Madrid's defeat against Barcelona were premeditated.

Title race: Marca look forward to the La Liga fixtures on Wednesday night

Leading man: El 9 claim Lionel Messi can lead Barca to the Spanish title

Meanwhile, Johan Cruyff has spoken out about Barcelona's summer signing Neymar claiming the problem with the Brazilian's signing is that the club 'have signed a 21-year-old who charges more than the rest.'

The Barca youngster has had a difficult start to his Catalan career and has been criticised for recent performances as his team battle to retain the La Liga title.

AS also report on Simeone's declarations and Cruyff's issue with Neymar getting paid too much too soon as he believes it is putting too much pressure on the youngster.